Firecross Fire Resistant Cable Family

耐火電纜系列 — 緊急逃生系統生命安全電纜

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🔥 Fire Resistant 耐火 Standard 60 Min Enhanced 120 Min ✓ BS 7629-1 Certified

Firecross Fire Resistant Cable Family
耐火電纜系列 — 緊急逃生系統生命安全電纜

Firecross cables are engineered to maintain circuit integrity during extreme fire conditions, ensuring emergency systems continue operating when lives depend on them. Available in Standard 60-minute and Enhanced 120-minute fire ratings with 2, 3, and 4 core configurations plus Circuit Protective Conductor (CPC), these cables serve critical life safety applications including fire alarms, voice communication systems, emergency lighting, air conditioning controls, and lift door mechanisms.
Firecross 電纜經過精心設計,可在極端火災條件下保持電路完整性,確保緊急系統在生命攸關時繼續運行。提供標準 60 分鐘和增強 120 分鐘耐火等級,配備 2、3 和 4 芯配置加電路保護導體 (CPC),這些電纜服務於關鍵生命安全應用,包括火災警報、語音通訊系統、緊急照明、空調控制和電梯門機構。

Voltage 300/500V Fire Rating 60/120 Min Temp Range -40°C to +90°C Standard BS 7629-1
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Life Safety Critical: Circuit Integrity Under Fire 生命安全關鍵:火災下的電路完整性

English: In a fire emergency, standard cables fail quickly as insulation burns away and conductors short-circuit. Firecross fire resistant cables are constructed with specialized mica tape barriers and fire-resistant insulation that maintain circuit integrity even when directly exposed to flames. This ensures fire alarms continue sounding, emergency lighting remains operational, voice communication systems broadcast evacuation instructions, and lift doors remain controllable—all critical functions that save lives during building evacuations.

繁體中文:在火災緊急情況下,標準電纜會隨著絕緣層燒毀和導體短路而迅速失效。Firecross 耐火電纜採用專門的雲母帶屏障和耐火絕緣層構建,即使直接暴露在火焰中也能保持電路完整性。這確保火災警報持續響起、緊急照明保持運行、語音通訊系統廣播疏散指示,以及電梯門保持可控——所有這些關鍵功能在建築物疏散期間挽救生命。

2C

2CFC

Standard 60

Cores2 + CPC
Sizes1.5-4.0mm²
Fire Rating60 min
2C

2CEFC

Enhanced 120

Cores2 + CPC
Sizes1.5mm²
Fire Rating120 min
3C

3CFC

Standard 60

Cores3 + CPC
Sizes1.5-2.5mm²
Fire Rating60 min
4C

4CFC

Standard 60

Cores4 + CPC
Sizes1.5-2.5mm²
Fire Rating60 min
4C

4CEFC

Enhanced 120

Cores4 + CPC
Sizes1.5mm²
Fire Rating120 min

🔥 Fire Rating Comparison 耐火等級對比

🔥 Standard 60 Minutes 標準60分鐘

60 min

Maintains circuit integrity for 60 minutes under BS 7629-1 fire test conditions. Suitable for most commercial fire alarm and emergency lighting installations where standard evacuation times apply.

  • 2CFC, 3CFC, 4CFC models
  • BS 7629-1 Standard 60 compliant
  • Most commercial applications
  • Standard evacuation scenarios

🔥🔥 Enhanced 120 Minutes 增強120分鐘

120 min

Extended fire survival for 120 minutes, providing double the protection time. Required for high-rise buildings, hospitals, and complex structures where extended evacuation times are anticipated.

  • 2CEFC, 4CEFC models
  • BS 7629-1 Enhanced 120 compliant
  • High-rise buildings, hospitals
  • Extended evacuation scenarios

Product Overview 產品概述

English

The Firecross cable family is manufactured to BS 7629-1, the British Standard for fire resistant cables designed for emergency circuits. Unlike standard cables that rely solely on PVC or XLPE insulation, Firecross cables incorporate multiple layers of protection including mica tape barriers wrapped around each conductor. Mica is a naturally occurring mineral with exceptional thermal stability that maintains its insulating properties even at temperatures exceeding 1000°C, providing the critical barrier that prevents conductor short-circuits during fire exposure.

The range offers both Standard 60 and Enhanced 120 ratings, referring to the duration in minutes that the cable maintains circuit integrity under standardized fire test conditions. Standard 60 cables (2CFC, 3CFC, 4CFC) suit most commercial fire alarm and emergency lighting installations, while Enhanced 120 cables (2CEFC, 4CEFC) serve applications requiring extended fire survival such as high-rise buildings, hospitals, transport terminals, and structures with complex evacuation requirements.

All models include an integrated Circuit Protective Conductor (CPC) that provides the earth connection required by BS 7671 wiring regulations, eliminating the need for separate earth cables and simplifying installation. The solid copper conductors and robust construction ensure reliable long-term performance in both normal operation and fire emergency conditions.

繁體中文

Firecross 電纜系列根據 BS 7629-1 製造,這是專為緊急電路設計的耐火電纜英國標準。與僅依賴 PVC 或 XLPE 絕緣的標準電纜不同,Firecross 電纜包含多層保護,包括纏繞在每根導體周圍的雲母帶屏障。雲母是一種天然礦物,具有出色的熱穩定性,即使在超過 1000°C 的溫度下也能保持其絕緣性能,提供防止火災暴露期間導體短路的關鍵屏障。

該系列提供標準 60 和增強 120 額定值,指的是電纜在標準化火災測試條件下保持電路完整性的持續時間(分鐘)。標準 60 電纜(2CFC、3CFC、4CFC)適用於大多數商業火災警報和緊急照明安裝,而增強 120 電纜(2CEFC、4CEFC)服務於需要延長耐火存活的應用,如高層建築、醫院、交通樞紐和具有複雜疏散要求的結構。

所有型號都包括一個集成的電路保護導體 (CPC),提供 BS 7671 佈線規則要求的接地連接,無需單獨的接地電纜,簡化安裝。實心銅導體和堅固的結構確保在正常運行和火災緊急條件下都能可靠地長期運行。

📋 Common Specifications Across All Models 所有型號共同規格

Voltage Rating
300/500V
Uo/U
Max Operating
90°C
Continuous
Min Operating
-40°C
Cold rated
Short Circuit
250°C
Maximum
Bending Radius
6×D
Minimum
Conductor
Solid Cu
Class 1

Technical Specifications 技術規格

2CFC — 2 Core + CPC Firecross Cable

BS 7629-1 Standard 60 | Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting, Critical Systems

Standard 60
Product CodeCore Size (mm²)ConductorDiameter (mm)Current (A)Resistance (Ω/km)Lengths (m)Usage
2CFC1.51.5Solid7.8519.512.1100Fire alarms, emergency lighting
2CFC2.52.5Solid9.20277.41100Fire alarms, emergency lighting
2CFC4.04.0Solid11.90364.61100Fire alarms, critical systems
2CEFC — 2 Core + CPC Enhanced Firecross Cable

BS 7629-1 Enhanced 120 | Extended Fire Survival for Critical Applications

Enhanced 120
Product CodeCore Size (mm²)ConductorDiameter (mm)Current (A)Resistance (Ω/km)Lengths (m)Usage
2CEFC1.51.5Solid8.2519.512.1100Fire alarms, emergency lighting
3CFC — 3 Core + CPC Firecross Cable

BS 7629-1 Standard 60 | Three-Phase Emergency Systems

Standard 60
Product CodeCore Size (mm²)ConductorDiameter (mm)Current (A)Resistance (Ω/km)Lengths (m)Usage
3CFC1.51.5Solid8.819.512.1100Fire alarms, emergency lighting
3CFC2.52.5Solid9.7277.41100Fire alarms, critical systems
4CFC — 4 Core + CPC Firecross Cable

BS 7629-1 Standard 60 | Multi-Circuit Emergency Systems

Standard 60
Product CodeCore Size (mm²)ConductorDiameter (mm)Current (A)Resistance (Ω/km)Lengths (m)Usage
4CFC1.51.5Solid9.4019.512.1100Fire alarms, emergency lighting
4CFC2.52.5Solid11.60277.41100Fire alarms, critical systems
4CEFC — 4 Core + CPC Enhanced Firecross Cable

BS 7629-1 Enhanced 120 | Extended Fire Survival Multi-Circuit

Enhanced 120
Product CodeCore Size (mm²)ConductorDiameter (mm)Current (A)Resistance (Ω/km)Lengths (m)Usage
4CEFC1.51.5Solid9.7019.54.61100Fire alarms, emergency lighting

💡 Selection Guide: Standard vs Enhanced 選擇指南:標準 vs 增強

Standard 60 (2CFC, 3CFC, 4CFC)

Suitable for most commercial and industrial buildings with standard evacuation times. Offices, retail premises, schools, warehouses, and low-rise residential buildings typically require Standard 60 fire resistant cables as specified by building regulations.

Enhanced 120 (2CEFC, 4CEFC)

Required for buildings with extended evacuation times or higher fire risk profiles. High-rise buildings (typically >18m), hospitals, care homes, transport terminals, underground structures, and buildings with phased evacuation procedures require Enhanced 120 cables.

2 Core (2CFC, 2CEFC)

Single-phase circuits for fire alarms, emergency lighting luminaires, voice alarm speakers, and smoke detectors. The most common configuration for distributed emergency systems throughout a building.

3 Core (3CFC)

Three-phase emergency power supplies, larger emergency lighting installations, and systems requiring neutral connections. Also used for maintained emergency lighting with separate switching.

4 Core (4CFC, 4CEFC)

Multi-circuit applications including lift door mechanisms, air conditioning fire mode controls, and complex emergency systems requiring multiple independent circuits within a single cable run.

Conductor Size Selection

1.5mm² (19.5A): Most fire alarm circuits and standard emergency lighting. 2.5mm² (27A): Longer cable runs or higher load circuits. 4.0mm² (36A): Heavy emergency systems or voltage drop compensation over extended distances.

Typical Applications 典型應用

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Fire Alarm Systems 火災警報系統

Detection & notification
偵測和通知

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Emergency Lighting 緊急照明

Escape route illumination
逃生路線照明

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Voice Communication 語音通訊

PA & evacuation systems
廣播和疏散系統

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Lift Door Control 電梯門控制

Emergency operation
緊急操作

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Air Conditioning 空調系統

Fire mode controls
火災模式控制

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Hospitals 醫院

Critical care systems
重症監護系統

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High-Rise Buildings 高層建築

Extended evacuation
延長疏散

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Transport Terminals 交通樞紐

Public safety systems
公共安全系統

Key Features 主要特性

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Mica Tape Fire Barrier 雲母帶耐火屏障

Each conductor is wrapped with mica tape that maintains insulation integrity at temperatures exceeding 1000°C, preventing short circuits during direct flame exposure.
每根導體都包裹雲母帶,在超過 1000°C 的溫度下保持絕緣完整性,防止直接火焰暴露期間短路。

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60/120 Minute Ratings 60/120分鐘額定

Standard 60 or Enhanced 120 minute fire survival ratings certified to BS 7629-1, meeting requirements for different building types and evacuation scenarios.
根據 BS 7629-1 認證的標準 60 或增強 120 分鐘耐火存活額定,滿足不同建築類型和疏散場景的要求。

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Integrated CPC Earth 集成CPC接地

Built-in Circuit Protective Conductor eliminates need for separate earth cables, simplifying installation while ensuring BS 7671 compliance.
內置電路保護導體無需單獨的接地電纜,簡化安裝同時確保符合 BS 7671。

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Wide Temperature Range 寬溫度範圍

Operating range from -40°C to +90°C ensures reliable performance in cold storage facilities, outdoor installations, and high ambient temperature environments.
-40°C 至 +90°C 的工作範圍確保在冷藏設施、戶外安裝和高環境溫度環境中可靠運行。

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250°C Short Circuit Rating 250°C短路額定

High short-circuit temperature rating allows the cable to withstand fault currents without immediate failure, maintaining circuit protection.
高短路溫度額定使電纜能夠承受故障電流而不會立即失效,保持電路保護。

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BS 7629-1 Certified BS 7629-1認證

Full compliance with British Standard for fire resistant cables ensures acceptance by building control, insurance providers, and fire safety authorities.
完全符合耐火電纜英國標準,確保獲得建築控制、保險提供商和消防安全機構的認可。

Standards & Compliance 標準與合規

BS 7629-1 — Fire Resistant Cables for Emergency Circuits

British Standard specifying requirements for cables that maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions for 60 or 120 minutes

BSI Group Reference →
BS 5839 — Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems

Code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems in buildings

BSI Group Reference →
BS 5266 — Emergency Lighting

Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises covering design, installation, wiring and testing requirements

BSI Group Reference →
BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 — IET Wiring Regulations

Requirements for electrical installations including fire resistant cable selection and installation methods

IET Wiring Regulations →
EN 50200 — Fire Resistance Test Method

European standard test method for small diameter cables used in emergency circuits

CENELEC Reference →
Approved Document B — Fire Safety (Building Regulations)

UK building regulations guidance on fire safety including requirements for fire resistant cables in emergency systems

UK Government Reference →

Authoritative References 權威參考資料

  1. British Standards Institution. (2020). BS 7629-1 Electric cables — Thermosetting insulated, armoured, fire resistant cables. BSI
  2. British Standards Institution. (2019). BS 5839-1 Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. BSI
  3. British Standards Institution. (2016). BS 5266-1 Emergency lighting — Code of practice. BSI
  4. Institution of Engineering and Technology. (2022). BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 Wiring Regulations. IET
  5. HM Government. (2022). Approved Document B: Fire Safety. GOV.UK
  6. Fire Industry Association. (2023). Code of Practice for Fire Detection and Alarm Systems. FIA

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